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Elizabeth Harsch

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Associate Director, Research Development at Harvard University
📍 Greater Boston, United States

Elizabeth Harsch is the Associate Director of Research Development at Harvard University, bringing nearly two decades of experience in supporting high-profile programs. She excels at relationship building, process improvement, and managing multi-million dollar grant programs. She is a graduate of Williams College.

Elizabeth is passionate about fostering strong connections and supporting her colleagues success. She shows immense pride in her work and the universitys mission, particularly in her role facilitating initiatives aimed at solving significant global challenges.

She proudly facilitated Harvards Climate Change Solutions Fund for five years, supporting numerous innovative environmental research projects.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Associate Director, Research Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Boston, United States
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Priorities

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Research Funding
Directs competitive submission processes and manages internal grant programs totaling over $4. 5 million annually for Harvard University.
Relationship Building
Emphasizes this as a core passion and skill, cultivating strong connections with senior-level research teams, donors, and international partners.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
Associate Director, Research Development
Harvard University
6-2020 - 4-2024
Program Manager, Research Development
Harvard University
5-2016 - 6-2020
Research Development Coordinator, Office of the Vice Provost for Research
Harvard University
5-2013 - 5-2016
Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Research
Harvard University
1-2013 - 5-2013
Administrative/Building Coordinator, Office of the President and Provost
Harvard University
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Liza Harsch - Office of the Vice Provost for Research. Featured in Harvard University Office of the Vice Provost for Research
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Education
1997 - 2001
BA
Williams College
1994 - 1997
High School diploma
St. George's School
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